KINGSTON, JAMAICA – As parents juggle priorities to create time for getaways, grandparents are stepping up to the plate and taking the kids on vacation. Defined as skip-gen travel, this is a trend that's gaining traction and grandparents ready to create unforgettable memories need not look any further than Jamaica. According to a recent AARP study, about one-third of grandparents have taken their grandchildren on skip-gen trips. The same study sited that 61% are interested in taking their grandchildren on vacation.
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ST.MAARTEN - Hundreds of Caribbean tourism professionals are honing their skills in cutting-edge customer service training sessions presented by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF).
NEW YORK, NY – Jamaica was showcased as the leading Caribbean destination for weddings, honeymoons and romance at the 7th Annual Jamaica Bridal Expo & Conference held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre. The Expo, which took place over three action-packed days from September 6 to 8, attracted travel agents, bride-to-be’s and wedding planners from around the world.
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I., — Caribbean Airlines customers now have more options for travel between South Florida and Jamaica from December 15, 2019 to January 07, 2020, with the introduction of seasonal non-stop service between Sangster International Airport, Montego Bay and Hollywood International, Fort Lauderdale.
ST.LUCIA - St. Lucian-owned and -operated Bay Gardens Resorts is inviting visitors to celebrate the island's rich culture and beauty with bargain rates during Creole Heritage Month.
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - The U.S. Virgin Islands is reporting close to a 50 percent increase in stay over arrivals this year, a clear signal that tourism in the Territory is on a strong rebound.
New York, NY -- In the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, North America’s largest retail travel company, representing 50,000 travel advisors, is launching ‘Travel Helps The Bahamas,’ a major initiative in conjunction with The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism and Aviation to encourage travelers to visit the unaffected islands of the island nation.
NEW YORK, NY – The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) was one of the featured participants during the Wedding Salon Washington, DC Showcase at The Liaison Capitol Hill in Washington, DC. The luxury bridal show attracted over 200 soon-to-be-married couples as well as top wedding planners, providing an excellent opportunity for the JTB to showcase Destination Jamaica’s ability to cater to the wedding and honeymoon market.
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - St. Croix's renowned musical group Stanley and The Ten Sleepless Knights will be honored at this year's Crucian Christmas Festival on its 50th anniversary in the music business.
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS - Virgin Islands marketing and communications specialist Ian Turnbull has been appointed the territory-wide director of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism's new Division of Festivals.
The organizers of “Spicemas” are eager to spread the word about Grenada’s carnival in the United States.
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I., — Caribbean Airlines has launched Caribbean Layaway - an interest-free layaway plan, which allows customers travelling within a two to six-month period to pay for their flights on a phased basis.
MIAMI - Expressing concern for the thousands of travelers, employees and businesses impacted by the closure of British travel group Thomas Cook, the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) commended the region's and global tourism industry stakeholders for moving swiftly to support impacted travelers.
